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Traveling the two Virginias: TreeTops Canopy Tour Video included

"We are now the largest Aerial Adventure company in the world. We have more miles of zipline than anywhere else," says Dave Arnold owner of Adventures on the Gorge. TreeTops Canopy tour, located in the More>>

Credit card debt on the rise

NBC News (WVVA)--Americans are racking up credit card debt. Americans are on pace to add nearly 47 billion dollars in new debt this year. That comes from www.cardhub.com, which reports that increase More>>

What's Dad's worth?

NBC News (WVVA)--What's the value of dear old dad? news. Dad's looking at a worth of $23,344 this Father's Day. That's according to insure.com's annual Father's Day Index. The value comes from tallying More>>

Police approved to take DNA samples

NBC News (WVVA)--In a five to four decision, justices in the high court ruled that police can take a DNA sample by swabbing the cheek area when they make an arrest for a serious or violent crime. The More>>

Health Insurance deadline approaching

NBC News (WVVA)--The upcoming deadline for buying health insurance is fast approaching. Nearly two-thirds of uninsured Americans have not yet decided if they'll purchase health insurance by the January More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Berkshires Old Fashioned Custard Video included

Princeton WV (WVVA)--It all started simply, on the porch of a home near Pipestem. That's where local's began to fall in love with Merle Berkshire's Frozen Custard. Now, twelve years later sweet success More>>

Extreme shopping leads to emotional damage

NBC News (WVVA)--For many of us, hitting the mall is our favorite pastime. But it can cause challenging issues especially if you're an extreme shopper. A new survey from couponcabin.com reveals that More>>

A new perspective on aging

NBC News (WVVA)--A new perspective on aging is behind the new AARP website, "life reimagined.org". It focuses on what the organization calls a new life stage with many people in their 50's, 60's, and More>>

Parents avoid topics of drugs and alcohol with kids

NBC News (WVVA)--Many parents aren't talking to their kids about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. A new report from the government's Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration finds nearly More>>

ADHD diagnosis linked to obesity

WVVA (NBC News)--Men who were diagnosed with ADHD as children are two times more likely to be obese as adults, according to a study in the Journal Pediatrics. Researchers say some of the symptoms of ADHD More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Historic Crab Orchard Museum Video included

Tazewell, VA (WVVA)--A trip to the Historic Crab Orchard Museum & Pioneer Park, is a chance to step back in time. The Executive Director at the Museum, Charlotte Whitted said, "We focus on Pioneer history, More>>

Airline cracks down on carry-ons

WVVA (NBC News)--American Airlines cracks down on carry-ons. In an effort to speed-up boarding and ease the battle over over-head bin space, American Airlines changed its boarding procedure Thursday. More>>

Best frequent flyer programs

WVVA News (NBC)--A survey of the world's 22 largest airline frequent flyer programs ranked Southwest number one in seat availability. According to the fourth annual Switchfly Reward Seat Availability More>>

Making the most of your workout

WVVA News (NBC News)--Mere minutes of torturous exercise may be as effective as several hours of running or biking, and doctors say they have the scientific evidence to back it up. The American College More>>

Mom's market value

WVVA (NBC News)--Moms are hit with a pay cut. The annual "Mother's Day Index" from insure.com reports the 2013 market value of mom is 59,862 dollars. That's down from just over 60-thousand dollars last More>>

Top five excuses for traffic violations

WVVA (NBC News)--You blew that light, and now the red and blue lights are flashing in your mirror. Whatever your traffic violation, whatever your reason, police officers have heard it all. So which More>>

Free Fried Chicken at KFC

WVVA News--Would you walk into a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant and say "I ate the bones?" If so, you'll walk out with a free piece of chicken. The first hundred people to utter those words inside More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Mountain Lake Lodge Video included

PEMBROKE Va. (WVVA) --When the doors reopen at the Mountain Lake Lodge, management is hoping to offer guests the ultimate chance to escape. "The new Mountain Lake Lodge is a focus on connecting families More>>

"Runaway Rodent" delays game Video included

NBC News--Things got a little "squirrely" Tuesday in Lawrence, Kansas as the Jayhawks' baseball team took on Wichita State. A squirrel got loose in the infield during the top of the 4th inning, causing More>>

Job market strong for college graduates

NBC News--The class of 2013 will find a stronger job market after graduation, according to a study from careerbuilder.com and careerrookie.com. The survey of more than two thousand hiring managers and More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: The Ritz Theatre Video included

HINTON, W. Va (WVVA)-- Take a trip to the Downtown Hinton Historic district and right away you will begin to experience the charm of the Ritz Theatre. As entertainment seekers step into the lobby they'll More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Big Walker Lookout Video included

Brittany Williams, WVVA News--Atop Big Walker Mountain at an elevation of 3,500 feet you'll find an attraction that has drawn in visitors for more than 65 years. "We are lucky in the fact that we are More>>

Time running out to claim refunds

NBC News--The Internal Revenue Service says they have nearly One billion dollars in unclaimed funds. If you're one of those taxpayers that may be affected, time is running out to claim your money. Taxpayers More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Harmony Ridge Gallery Video included

Brittany Williams WVVA News--A business that is able to boast selling All-American goods has certainly become the exception, rather than the rule. Owners at the Harmony Ridge Gallery is Lewisberg say More>>

People take to Facebook to pick favorite chip

NBC News--For the first time in 75 years, Lay's Potato Chips just introduced three new consumer inspired flavors, and they're asking consumers to vote on their favorite. Lay's Cheesy Garlic Bread, Sriracha, More>>

Majority of renters aren't insured

WVVA News--Only a third of Americans have Renter's Insurance, and those who don't have all sorts of reasons for not getting it according to insurancequotes.com. Some examples, there's good security, it's More>>

Walmart works to empower women

WVVA News--Wal-mart launches a line of products from small, women-owned businesses on its website. More than 200 items from Ipad cases to jewelry and apparel are now being sold on the "Empowering Women More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Concord University Faculty Artist Exhibit Video included

It's finally Friday, but before you plan out all of your free time members of Concord University's Art Faculty are hoping you'll consider reserving some time for the arts. An exhibit at the Paine Gallery More>>

Traveling the two Virginias: Bella Casa Video included

One restaurant in Downtown Lewisberg offers more than just great cuisine, it gives visitors the chance to step back in time. Jennifer Shrewsberry the manager at Bella Casa said, "This restaurant is actually More>>

"Siri" sees competition from Google's virtual assistant

NBC News--Google sets its sights on "Siri." Google's virtual assistant, called "Google Now," is now available as part of a free Google search iPhone and iPad app. It's the first time "Google Now" has More>>

Gas Prices Dropping

NBC News--The price of a gallon of gas dropped again this week. The GasBuddy.com website shows the national average price at $3.53 a gallon. That's five cents less than last week and 14 cents lower More>>

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